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Holiday Inn Express Folkestone - Channel Tunnel by IHG

3.0 star property
Hotel with free breakfast, in the vicinity of Hythe Beach

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Standard Room, 2 Twin Beds (with Free Hot Breakfast) | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Reception
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Point of interest
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Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk

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Cheriton Parc, Cheriton High St, Folkestone, England, CT18 8AN
  • Place, Kent Downs
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Sandgate Beach
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Hythe Beach
    ‪4 min drive‬

Room options

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Room amenity

Standard Room, 1 Double Bed (with Free Hot Breakfast)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(43 reviews)
  • 205 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room (with Free Hot Breakfast)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(15 reviews)
  • 205 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Room amenity

Standard Room, 1 Double Bed, Accessible (with Free Hot Breakfast)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(17 reviews)
  • 205 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Room amenity

Standard Room, 2 Twin Beds (with Free Hot Breakfast)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(17 reviews)
  • 205 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Room amenity

Standard Room, 1 Double Bed with Sofa bed (with Free Hot Breakfast)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(19 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

About the neighborhood

Folkestone

Holiday Inn Express Folkestone - Channel Tunnel by IHG places you within 3 miles (5 km) of popular attractions like Hythe Beach and Leas Cliff Hall. This 100-room, 3-star hotel has free breakfast and a restaurant, along with free in-room WiFi.

What's nearby

  • Kent Downs - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Elham Valley Railway Museum - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • The Tower Theatre - 2 min drive - 1.5 miles
  • Sandgate Beach - 4 min drive - 1.9 miles
  • Hythe Beach - 4 min drive - 1.9 miles

Getting around

  • Folkestone West Station - 4 min drive
  • Gatwick Airport (LGW) - 84 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪KFC - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Golden Brown - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Golden Arrow - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The Fountain - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Holiday Inn Express Folkestone - Channel Tunnel by IHG

Hotel with free breakfast, in the vicinity of Hythe Beach
At Holiday Inn Express Folkestone - Channel Tunnel by IHG, guests have access to free WiFi in public areas, a business center, and a terrace. Self parking is available for GBP 4 per day. The 24-hour front desk has staff standing by to help with securing valuables and luggage storage. Additional amenities include a water dispenser and a vending machine.
Guests can expect to find free WiFi and flat-screen TVs with digital channels. Bathrooms have hair dryers and free toiletries. Coffee makers and desks are other standard amenities.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Self parking on site (GBP 4 per day)
  • Limited onsite parking

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 6:00 AM to 9:30 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • The Great Room

Family friendly

  • Children's books
  • Children's games
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • 4 meeting rooms
  • Business center
  • Coworking space

Outdoors

  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator (36 inch wide door)
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Visual fire alarm
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • 1 building
  • 4 floors
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Bulk dispensers for toiletries
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • LED lighting
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Guests booked in breakfast included rate plans receive breakfast for up to 2 adults who are sharing a guestroom. Breakfast fees apply for additional guests.

Renovations and closures

The following facilities are closed on New Year's Eve:
  • Dining venue(s)

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for GBP 30 per pet, per stay
  • Dogs and cats only
  • 2 total pets
  • Certain rooms only
  • Guests can request a pet-friendly room by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Self parking fee: GBP 4 per day
  • Pet fee: GBP 30 per pet, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean Promise (IHG)
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM—-anytime
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. Driving? This property offers parking (fees apply), along with a car charging station.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
  • This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products.
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.
  • This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean Promise (IHG).

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Connecting or adjoining rooms can be requested, but all rooms are subject to availability. Contact the property using the phone number on your booking confirmation.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

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Frequently asked questions

Are free cancellation options available at Holiday Inn Express Folkestone - Channel Tunnel by IHG?

Holiday Inn Express Folkestone - Channel Tunnel by IHG provides free cancellation on some room rates. For more details, take a look at the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

How much does it cost to stay at Holiday Inn Express Folkestone - Channel Tunnel by IHG?

As of Dec 3, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Holiday Inn Express Folkestone - Channel Tunnel by IHG on Dec 8, 2025 start from $44.03, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What is there to do around Holiday Inn Express Folkestone - Channel Tunnel by IHG?

This hotel is located in Folkestone within a short 5-minute walk of Kent Downs. You'll also find Sandgate Beach and Hythe Beach within a short drive.

Is parking available on site at Holiday Inn Express Folkestone - Channel Tunnel by IHG?

Yes, parking is offered for GBP 4 per day. Though parking is limited, electric car charging and bicycle parking are also available.

Does Holiday Inn Express Folkestone - Channel Tunnel by IHG feature a casino on the premises?

No, Holiday Inn Express Folkestone - Channel Tunnel by IHG doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Holiday Inn Express Folkestone - Channel Tunnel by IHG?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

Is Holiday Inn Express Folkestone - Channel Tunnel by IHG good for couples?

Couples will appreciate amenities like a bar, a restaurant with al fresco dining, and free breakfast at this hotel.

Does Holiday Inn Express Folkestone - Channel Tunnel by IHG have a hot tub?

No, this hotel doesn't have a spa tub.

Does Holiday Inn Express Folkestone - Channel Tunnel by IHG have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

Yes, Holiday Inn Express Folkestone - Channel Tunnel by IHG serves free buffet breakfast at The Great Room each morning.

Will Holiday Inn Express Folkestone - Channel Tunnel by IHG allow pets to stay for free?

Although they can't stay for free, cats and dogs are welcome at Holiday Inn Express Folkestone - Channel Tunnel by IHG for a fee of GBP 30 per pet, per stay.

Does Holiday Inn Express Folkestone - Channel Tunnel by IHG have connecting rooms?

Yes, this hotel has connecting guestrooms you can book for your group event or vacation.

Are there rooms with balconies at Holiday Inn Express Folkestone - Channel Tunnel by IHG?

No, at Holiday Inn Express Folkestone - Channel Tunnel by IHG, there aren't any guestrooms that list a balcony.

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